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Photo of Rosehaven Manor
1717 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.7
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43 reviews
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The staff were friendly to my stepfather. Yes, I would recommend the community to other families based on the experience so far
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Rosehaven Manor. We are a senior living at its finest. Do you have a pet? Well, you're in luck. Rosehaven allows small pets with a monthly fee. We have many actives for you to enjoy, including bus trips. As a resident of Rosehaven Manor you will live in style in a lovely one- or...
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We have had my parents at Brookdale for several months. Dad is in the assisted living building and mom is in the memory care. We could not be happier with both facilities and the staff. My parents are so...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Life You’ve Always WantedNestled in the beautiful town of Holly, Michigan, we offer more than personalized care for residents of our assisted living community—we offer you the opportunity to live the life you’ve always wanted. Whether you want to spend your mornings attending devotionals...
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The care of my mother by the staff while in hospice was professional & loving! Also a very clean place! We would absolutely recommend Covenant Glen of Frankenmuth to other families based on the experience so...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
There truly is no place like home but at Covenant Glen, of Frankenmuth, we do everything possible to bring the comforts of home to our residents. Covenant Glen first opened in 2014 and is home to members of the Frankenmuth, Vassar, and surrounding areas. Our all-inclusive community provides...
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My brother in law has settled in well at Lockwood of Burton. Everyone has been very nice and friendly staff as well as other tenants. Staff is very helpful and they do go out of their way at times to help...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Where Retirement and Convenience Meet! Our spacious 1 and 2 bedroom apartments offer privacy, luxury and convenience all in one Community. With an on-site Fitness Room, Library, Movie Room, Sundry shop, Beauty and Barber Shop and mailboxes within the building, you don't need to leave in the cold...
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The staff has been very kind and caring toward my mother and have made us feel comfortable approaching them with any questions/ concerns that we might have. The facility is bright and warm and her apartment...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Northwood Meadows is situated on over 18 acres of scenic rolling hills in Cass City and offers a variety of conveniences including a modern hospital, doctor offices, renal dialysis center, MRI center, dental offices, ophthalmology and optometry care.  Please call us for a personal tour...
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My friend entered Cranberry Park in August 2023 coming from a horrible experience at Fenton Healthcare. He received respect and genuine care, he could not believe the huge difference in care here....
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Cranberry Park's beautiful building was built in January of 2011. We are located on the north side of Vienna road, just East of down town and 10 miles from Frankenmuth in northern Genessee County. Cranberry Park is a 20 bed facility, you will be amazed when you walk in at how beautiful and...
Photo of Bay City Comfort Care
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Big facility with lots to do from the look of it. Happy to see that the activities director is active on a daily basis with all the residents and the food smelled great during my visit. Housekeepers and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Bay City Comfort Care is a state-of-the-art facility located on Shrestha Drive sprawling over 38,000 square feet of immaculately designed space. Designed to feel like a luxury resort, with a floor plan that encourages community interactions, you’ll fit right in. Our state-of-the-art facility is...
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99 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
Pricing promotions available
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My father receives physical, speech and occupational therapy each week in house. The therapist are wonderful. The facility is newly renovated and very clean. Additional services offered make all the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Bavarian Comfort Care is an assisted living community in peaceful Bridgeport, Saginaw County, Michigan. Bridgeport is a small unincorporated community located right outside of Saginaw. The area offers quick access to Interstate 75 and Highway 46. Bavarian Comfort Care is located at the corner...
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Oh, so much nicer, cleaner, friendlier, and caring than previous nursing home experiences this last 6 months. They had 5 stars but can't imagine where they got them. Barss is the very best and my husband...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Barss Residential in Fort Gratiot, Michigan provides assisted living residents with enjoyable lifestyles, safe housing, and services in lovely surroundings combined with outstanding amenities, activity programs, and caring staff. Here at Barss Residential we customize our care specifically for...
Photo of Majestic Care of Flushing Assisted Living
1111 Photos available
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The staff at the facilities are very hopeful and show a lot of compassion to the residents that live there. I like the way they check on the residence periodically To monitor their well being. If there is a...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Photo of Americana Seniors of Davison
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Staff is very attentive to residents, especially [name removed] the facilities director. Quiet, homey, Mom like the food and the facilities
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
It’s Good To Be HomeWhile quality care is a top priority at this assisted living community in Davison, Michigan, the first thing you notice isn’t the care team—it’s the residents. As you explore the community, you’ll find cheerful companions lingering in front of the fireplace or lounging in...
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Photo of Serene Gardens of Grand Blanc
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Serene Gardens was the ONLY care facility in Lansing/Brighton/Ann Arbor/Detroit area that was willing to accept our father with an LVAD as a resident. The LVAD group from UoM hospital helped to arrange for...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Discover the perfect blend of comfort and care at Serene Gardens of Grand Blanc. Our Assisted Living and Memory Care community offers all-inclusive pricing, ensuring peace of mind for families. With a focus on individualized care, our dedicated team provides tailored support for each resident's...
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Photo of The Heartlands
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My Mother is a Resident here at Heartlands. I just ate the Christmas meal,everything was good but the food was lukewarm too cold. My Mom came last summer and I have notice that the food is always...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Heartlands Marlette Senior Living is a new senior living community located in the heart of the Thumb. Through our partnership with Marlette Regional Hospital, The Heartlands is proud to provide leading care and on-site clinical services, while being just seconds away from Emergency Services....
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Extremely friendly staff team! Activities are fun and entertaining centered around involving all! Feels like a home instead of a facility Great value
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Photo of Ivy Terrace
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Maintenance issues are addressed fairly quickly. Meal options are expensive and limited to one meal a day. While we don’t participate in the meal options, I’m told the current cook does a very good job. The...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Ivy Terrace, we provide a community where you can build rich connections, and experience the independence to be yourself while living life to its full potential.Designed with your comfort in mind, our accommodating private senior apartment living offers you the freedom to enjoy all of the...
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Photo of Brookdale Bay City
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11 Floor plan available
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What Brookdale Bay could improve on would be definitely the medical assistants/aides...very helpful and friendly! Also (I called them chef) the cooks...always different foods/desserts and cheerful
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Less Worrying, More LivingWhen you walk through the doors of this kind and welcoming community, prepare to feel your worries melt away. With a dedicated care team and the loveliest residents you could ever hope to meet, you’ll quickly discover this assisted living and memory care community...
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The community is quick to address any issues, my loved one is 97 and loves it here. The staff is very friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend this community to others
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Pineview Apartments is a comfortable senior housing and secure 55+ residence located in the friendly city of Essexville, Bay County, Michigan. Boasting a wonderful sense of community and fabulous amenities, Pineview Apartments is the perfect place to call home. Essexville is a small but active...
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The only complaint my Dad has is the kitchen. Not enough staff & some if the food tastes horrible. That being said he is 87 years old, and I did explain to him that everything can be over seasoned. Other...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Maple Vista, seniors enjoy freedom, independence and privacy when they choose it — security and support when they need it.Our affordable, cozy Independent Living apartments provide the ultimate in convenience and individualized services within a warm and friendly environment. Residents can...
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Thank you for telling me about Elizabeth’s Assisted Living. It is a fantastic place. I feel my Mother is content and well cared for. The Staff is very friendly and the facility is always super clean and...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Gross AFC #4 is an assisted living community located in Clio, Michigan. The suburban area of Flint, Clio is the perfect place to live and socialize. The welcoming atmosphere is inviting for family and friends to visit at any time of the year. Gross AFC#4 is designed to provide an apartment style...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Braidwood Manor is located in the heart of downtown Davison Michigan. Davison is a small town where you will hear 'Good Morning' when you pass on the sidewalk and where they close the streets for fairs and festivals. Being in the center of town allows Braidwood's residents to take it all in from...
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It was extremely clean, and the staff were very friendly- most of them were exceptional and went out of their way to help in any way we needed. Meals were well prepared, and they were always willing to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Bickford of Saginaw Township
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My mother in law got a one bedroom here. Beautiful place, nice staff. Something she and her family was the 30 day period at move in where they had to manage her medications, even though she was doing it for...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Bickford isn’t just another senior living community. Our caregiver family is committed to ensuring that every resident lives their most fulfilling life. Here, your loved one will savor meals made from scratch, always have a dedicated caregiver by their side, and enjoy a vibrant social calendar. A...
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Bolingbrook Manor is a very well clean Place great place good meals some people just get upset when their loved ones get evictions for the third time and the new owner is very professional and knows her...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Photo of The Bells Senior Apartments
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This has been a very good experience for me here. All the residents are friendly that I have met. I like the community very much. There are activities offered daily for the residents to participate...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Very nice area- convenient to cultural area and shopping. Staff great to work with
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Kearsley Manor Senior Apartments are located within walking distance of University of Michigan-Flint, Mott Community College and the Cultural Area. We are a 110-unit community for senior adults (55 and up) with one-bedroom and studio apartments available at very affordable rates. Rent includes...
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Cost of independent living in Deford, MI

The average cost of senior living in Deford is $3,053 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Minden City, MI with an average of $2,723 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Deford, MI vs. nearby cities

Deford, MI
$3,053/mo
$3,039/mo
$2,944/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Deford, MI vs. the state and national average

Deford, MI
$3,053/mo
U.S. national average
$4,009/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Deford vs. other types of senior living

$4,176/mo
Independent Living
$3,053/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Deford, MI by room type

Semi-Private
$3,555/mo
Studio
$4,482/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,764/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,698/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,046/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Deford over time

Deford, MIMI stateNational

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What families are saying about independent living in Deford

Recent reviews for independent living in Deford

Bay City Comfort Care

5.0
We are very happy with the care and attention our loved is getting at Bay City. The activities person is always thinking of fun things to do i.e. indoor baseball games, cooking classes, dances etc. The staff take good care of our loved one and the residents appear to be happy.

The Oaks at Woodfield in Grand Blanc, MI

5.0
I have had a wonderful experience while having my father at The Oaks. I am at the facility daily, and the staff have all been AMAZING! The nurses and aides are compassionate toward my father and the family, acitivites are offered throughout the entire day, food is great. The residents all seem ...
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Living Waters Buell Lake in Clio, MI

5.0
They are very helpful with everything and have a kind and professional attitude always concerned about their residents Never used any other community so can't compare but would definitely use Living Waters.

Deford independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Deford independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Deford, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Deford independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Deford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Deford, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.6%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.1%
33.9%
No sugar
No sugar
29.4%
31.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
19.6%
33.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Deford independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Deford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Deford, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24.5%
36.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25.9%
43.3%
Room service
Room service
26.6%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Deford independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Deford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
31.5%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.7%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.2%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.9%
49%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.1%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.5%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.9%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.8%
37.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.1%
41.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.1%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
34.3%
47%
Dances
Dances
19.6%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.2%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 177 independent living facilities near Deford, Michigan. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Deford, Michigan are Meadow Lane Assisted Living and Memory Care, Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone) and Independence Village of Midland. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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